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British Fashion Council Appoints Laura Weir As Chief Executive Officer

PRIVATEAug 27, 2026•about 3 hours ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

British Fashion Council

Laura Weir
FashionLifestyle

Description

Laura Weir has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of the British Fashion Council, succeeding the previous chair David Pemsel. Under her leadership, the BFC aims to continue its ambitious vision and strengthen the support for British fashion.

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Company

British Fashion Council

About

The British Fashion Council (BFC) is a not-for-profit organization that promotes British fashion designers and supports the fashion industry through various initiatives. It plays a key role in enhancing the reputation of British fashion globally. The BFC is recognized for its dedicated support of emerging talent in the fashion sector.

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